Bestselling German novelist found killed on Hamburg houseboat

A bestselling German novelist, Alexandra Fröhlich, was found dead on a houseboat in Hamburg after being violently attacked, raising a murder inquiry amid the discovery of forensics evidence. The 58-year-old, known for her humorous and heartfelt novels that explore family life and social issues, was believed to have been killed between midnight and 5:30 am. Authorities are investigating potential suspects and whether Fröhlich knew the attacker. Her son reported her death to police earlier in the morning.